Help me find the right school

[Anonymous]

Hey-

I'm a rising 9th grader who excels academically but is really struggling in a public school environment (FCPS). Everything is very slow and repetitive for me, and although I am fighting to get into more advanced classes and to access higher-level curriculum, I keep running into bureaucratic roadblocks. I'm looking for a private option that will allow me to learn at a faster pace- someplace maybe with smaller class sizes and teachers who are willing to work with students to make sure their needs are being met. Additionally, I'm worried that I wouldn't fare so well in a sporty-cliquey environment, and this is a major concern for me as I search for private schools. I can hold my own socially, but would prefer to be surrounded by other students who are deeply invested in their studies. Please send along any recommendations. Open to co-ed or all boys, religious or secular. Money not a consideration at this point.

Thanks!

PS I know I'm late for this year- looking at 10th grade.

[Anonymous]

TJ

[Anonymous]

You'd have better luck posting this in the private school forum. You might want to add your location, if you are open to schools with religious affiliation and if cost is an issue.

Are your parents on board with this search? You will need their support with applications, attending open houses and so forth.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:You'd have better luck posting this in the private school forum. You might want to add your location, if you are open to schools with religious affiliation and if cost is an issue.

Are your parents on board with this search? You will need their support with applications, attending open houses and so forth.

He already said religious affiliation and money are not concerns.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:TJ

Too late.

[Anonymous]

Look at Blyth Templeton Academy - sounds exactly what you are looking for.

[Anonymous]

Parents can preference you into higher level classes. Have them get involved and advocate for you now. Don't waste this year even if you decide to leave your fcps school.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Hey-

I'm a rising 9th grader who excels academically but is really struggling in a public school environment (FCPS). Everything is very slow and repetitive for me, and although I am fighting to get into more advanced classes and to access higher-level curriculum, I keep running into bureaucratic roadblocks. I'm looking for a private option that will allow me to learn at a faster pace- someplace maybe with smaller class sizes and teachers who are willing to work with students to make sure their needs are being met. Additionally, I'm worried that I wouldn't fare so well in a sporty-cliquey environment, and this is a major concern for me as I search for private schools. I can hold my own socially, but would prefer to be surrounded by other students who are deeply invested in their studies. Please send along any recommendations. Open to co-ed or all boys, religious or secular. Money not a consideration at this point.

Thanks!

PS I know I'm late for this year- looking at 10th grade.

So NOT written by a rising 9th grader.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Hey-

I'm a rising 9th grader who excels academically but is really struggling in a public school environment (FCPS). Everything is very slow and repetitive for me, and although I am fighting to get into more advanced classes and to access higher-level curriculum, I keep running into bureaucratic roadblocks. I'm looking for a private option that will allow me to learn at a faster pace- someplace maybe with smaller class sizes and teachers who are willing to work with students to make sure their needs are being met. Additionally, I'm worried that I wouldn't fare so well in a sporty-cliquey environment, and this is a major concern for me as I search for private schools. I can hold my own socially, but would prefer to be surrounded by other students who are deeply invested in their studies. Please send along any recommendations. Open to co-ed or all boys, religious or secular. Money not a consideration at this point.

Thanks!

PS I know I'm late for this year- looking at 10th grade.

So NOT written by a rising 9th grader.

Agree.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Hey-

I'm a rising 9th grader who excels academically but is really struggling in a public school environment (FCPS). Everything is very slow and repetitive for me, and although I am fighting to get into more advanced classes and to access higher-level curriculum, I keep running into bureaucratic roadblocks. I'm looking for a private option that will allow me to learn at a faster pace- someplace maybe with smaller class sizes and teachers who are willing to work with students to make sure their needs are being met. Additionally, I'm worried that I wouldn't fare so well in a sporty-cliquey environment, and this is a major concern for me as I search for private schools. I can hold my own socially, but would prefer to be surrounded by other students who are deeply invested in their studies. Please send along any recommendations. Open to co-ed or all boys, religious or secular. Money not a consideration at this point.

Thanks!

PS I know I'm late for this year- looking at 10th grade.

So NOT written by a rising 9th grader.

Why not? He says he excels academically, so obviously he has strong writing skills. My DS could easily have written this...he is a rising 10th grader. Some kids are gifted...just because yours is mediocre doesn't mean others need be.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Hey-

I'm a rising 9th grader who excels academically but is really struggling in a public school environment (FCPS). Everything is very slow and repetitive for me, and although I am fighting to get into more advanced classes and to access higher-level curriculum, I keep running into bureaucratic roadblocks. I'm looking for a private option that will allow me to learn at a faster pace- someplace maybe with smaller class sizes and teachers who are willing to work with students to make sure their needs are being met. Additionally, I'm worried that I wouldn't fare so well in a sporty-cliquey environment, and this is a major concern for me as I search for private schools. I can hold my own socially, but would prefer to be surrounded by other students who are deeply invested in their studies. Please send along any recommendations. Open to co-ed or all boys, religious or secular. Money not a consideration at this point.

Thanks!

PS I know I'm late for this year- looking at 10th grade.

So NOT written by a rising 9th grader.

Why not? He says he excels academically, so obviously he has strong writing skills. My DS could easily have written this...he is a rising 10th grader. Some kids are gifted...just because yours is mediocre doesn't mean others need be.

Way to go low there, PP.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:TJ

Too late.

He can apply for sophomore year.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:TJ

Too late.

He can apply for sophomore year.

Yeah, but it's a long shot.

[Anonymous]

Many complain about the intense academic pressure and push for APs in FCPS. Are you sure your high school won't accommodate your interest in taking high level classes? Or what about taking some classes at a local college if you have advanced past the offerings at your high school (which seems unlikely at the 9th grade level but perhaps an option later). Some friends of my DC took an online MIT math class once they finished the math options at school, but that was in 12th grade. VA private schools aren't likely to be better options and 10th grade is a difficult entry year at the selective privates but since money isn't an issue why don't you look at some of the competitive New England boarding schools.

[Anonymous]

What are the bureaucratic roadblocks in the public system that prevent you from taking more advanced classes?